Cyclone Fengal’s Latest Update : Heavy rain over Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka | Skymet podcast EP-10

The fourth cyclonic storm of the year, Cyclone Fengal, is developing over southwest Bay of Bengal. This is a unique cyclonic storm due to its inception, track, timeline and potential intensity. In the 10th episode of our podcast series, our expert meteorologists, AVM GP Sharma and Mahesh Palawat, have discussed the current status of the storm, its effect on Tamil Nadu and the Sri Lankan coasts and the further trajectory of the cyclone as well.The cyclone began as a low-pressure system at 4°N, near the equatorial region, over southeastern Bay of Bengal. Struggling to develop initially, it gained strength near the meeting point of a deep depression and cyclone formation. At present, Fengal is positioned near the Sri Lankan coast, moving northwest toward Tamil Nadu with moderate wind speed and a sea surface temperature of around 28°C, supporting gradual intensification.The coastal districts of Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka's eastern coast will continue to receive heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. As Fengal moves into close proximity to the Tamil Nadu coast, possibly by the night of November 29th, coastal cities like Puducherry and Chennai will likely experience strong winds and plenty of rain as well. Without having any significant effects inland, the cyclone will continue to stay on course and track the coastline. While it is not a severe cyclone, its proximity to the coastal areas requires utmost caution and our meteorologists suggest not lowering guards whatsoever.